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ISCAP: Information Security Accreditation and Certification Professional
2026-04-01 09:00 - 2026-04-03 17:00 (America/New_York)
Description
In this course, you will cover the process of certifying, reviewing and accrediting an information system(IS). What does it take to have a certified and accredited information system in accordance with DIACAP Instruction 8510.01? This course is designed to provide a complete guide to establishing a certifiable and accredited information system in any organization. Therefore, it will give you standards to measure the skills required of specific members of an organization in order to certify, review and accredit the IS security. These critical decisions are essential in making sure that the security of the IS outweighs the potential risks to an organization from any internal or external threats.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Establish a certified and accredited (authorized) information system in any organization according to current best practices and Federal standards
Take the Mile2 ISCAP exam

Pre-Requisites

Broad Understanding of Multiple Networking and Security Technologies
12 months experience in information systems

Virtual - ISCAP: Information Security Accreditation and Certification Professional

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04/01/2026 - 04/03/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/07/2026 - 12/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 ISCAP
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
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C)PSH: Certified PowerShell Hacker
2026-03-31 09:00 - 2026-04-03 17:00
Description
In this course you will cover the keys to being a Powershell hacker. Most companies have an Active Directory infrastructure that manages authentication and authorization to most devices and objects within the organization. Many use PowerShell to speed up and simplify management.
Did you know that a large percentage of hacks over the last year included PowerShell based attacks? Well, they did. A Powershell Hacker can be a security risk, or an asset to prevent breaches. Which is why we spend 4 days learning how to hack like the pros using nothing but what is already available to us in Windows or now in open-source code on Mac and Linux! The course is based on real world implementations of a windows infrastructure along with real world penetration testing techniques. You will leave with a real strong skill set to help test your windows environment like never before. An attendee will also walk away with a strong skill set on how to help prevent these attacks from happening in the first place!

Virtual - C)PSH: Certified PowerShell Hacker

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03/31/2026 - 04/03/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/02/2026 - 11/05/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Competently take the C)PSH exam
Protect a powershell system from attack

Pre-Requisites

C)PEH and C)PTE or equivalent knowledge
Understanding of pen testing
General understanding of active directory
General understanding of scripting and programming

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)PSH
CEU Credits: 2.8
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4
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CyberSAFE
2026-03-31 09:00 - 13:00
Description
In this course, you will cover what you can do to protect yourself and your organization from technology-related risks. This course will help you to:

Understand both security and compliance needs and requirements.
Recognize and avoid phishing and other social engineering attempts.
Recognize and avoid viruses, ransomware, and other malware.
Help ensure data security on computers, mobile devices, networks, the Internet, and in the cloud.

In this course, you will use discussions, case studies, and the experiences of your instructor and fellow students to explore the hazards and pitfalls of technology and learn how to use that technology safely and securely.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

Identify security compliance measures.
Address social engineering attempts.
Secure devices such as desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and more.
Use the Internet securely.

Pre-Requisites
It is recommended that you should have experience with the basic use of conventional computing technology, including desktop, laptop, or tablet computers; mobile phones; and basic Internet functions, such as web browsing and email.

Virtual - CyberSafe

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08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

10/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
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Course Details
Brand: CertNexus
Exam: CyberSAFE
CEU Credits: 0.4
Course Hours: 4
Number of Days: 1
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IoTBIZ: Internet of Things for Business Professionals
2026-03-31 08:00 - 12:00
Description
This 4-hour course and associated credential (IOZ-110) will validate a participant’s knowledge of IoT terminology, their ability to understand the components of IoT infrastructure, uncover challenges for consideration and the impact that IoT has on their organization. Successful participants will be able to identify what IoT can do for their organization and the various business and technical challenges to address.

Virtual - IoTBIZ: Internet of Things for Business Professionals

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03/31/2026 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

07/17/2026 | 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

10/20/2026 | 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: IoTBIZ
CEU Credits: 0.4
Course Hours: 4
Number of Days: 1
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C)NFE: Certified Network Forensics Examiner
2026-03-30 09:00 - 2026-04-03 17:00
Description
In this course you will cover 20+ modules of network forensic topics. The C)NFE provides practical experience through our lab exercises that simulate real-world scenarios covering investigation and recovery of data in network. The C)NFE focuses on centralizing and investigating logging systems as well as network devices.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Have knowledge to perform network forensic examinations
Be able to accurately report on their findings, and
Be ready to sit for the C)NFE exam

Pre-Requisites

2 years networking experience
2 years in IT Security
Working knowledge of TCPIP

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)NFE
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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C)IHE: Certified Incident Handling Engineer
2026-03-30 09:00 - 2026-04-03 17:00
Description
This course will cover understanding how to plan, create and utilize their systems. Prevent, detect and respond to attacks through the use of hands-on labs in our exclusive Cyber Range.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Have knowledge to perform network forensic examinations
Be able to accurately report on their findings
Be ready to sit for the C)NFE exam

Pre-Requisites

12 months network technologies
Sound knowledge of networking and TCP/IP
Linux knowledge is essential

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)IHE
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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Cyber Secure Coder (CSC)
2026-03-30 09:00 - 2026-04-01 17:00
Description
This course presents an approach for dealing with security and privacy throughout the entire software development lifecycle. You will learn about vulnerabilities that undermine security, and how to identify and remediate them in your own projects. You will learn general strategies for dealing with security defects and misconfiguration, how to design software to deal with the human element in security, and how to incorporate security into all phases of development.

Pre-Requisites
This course presents secure programming concepts that apply to many different types of software development projects. Although this course uses Python®, HTML, and JavaScript® to demonstrate various programming concepts, you do not need to have experience in these languages to benefit from this course. However, you should have some programming experience, whether it be developing desktop, mobile, web, or cloud applications.

Course Details
Brand: CertNexus
Exam: CSC
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
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CompTIA: IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
2026-03-27 09:00 - 17:00
Description
From networking and cybersecurity essentials to hardware and software basics, IT Fundamentals demonstrates your readiness for the digital workplace.
The CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is designed to help you learn more about the world of information technology (IT). It’s ideal if you’re considering a career in IT or if you work in an allied field that requires a broad understanding of IT. CompTIA IT Fundamentals can also be a stepping stone to more advanced certifications such as CompTIA A+, and, with specialized experience, CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+.

Course Details
Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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IS18 Controls
2026-03-17 09:00 - 2026-03-20 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover the implementation and analysis of the IS18 Top Controls. These controls have been identified as critical by leading government and private organizations with expertise in understanding attack techniques and mitigating risks. They are designed to prevent known attacks and minimize the impact of successful attacks.
By adopting the IS18 Top Controls, organizations can enhance the security of their sensitive information. This training course equips security professionals with the tools and methodologies necessary to execute and assess these controls within their existing network infrastructure. Automation is emphasized as a highly effective and cost-efficient approach to implementing these controls.
For management personnel, this training provides valuable insights into assessing the effectiveness of the security controls in place. It enables them to evaluate whether the controls are being properly administered and to make informed decisions regarding security measures.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Competently take the IS18 Controls exam
Understand how to implement the top 18 most critical controls in the workplace

Pre-Requisites
Broad Understanding of Multiple Networking and Security Technologies.

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 IS18 Controls
CEU Credits: 2.8
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4
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C)SWAE: Secure Web Application Engineer
2026-03-17 09:00 - 2026-03-19 17:00
Description
In this course you will cover how to develop web applications that aren’t subject to common vulnerabilities, and how to test and validate that their applications are secure, reliable and resistant to attack.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Establish industry acceptable auditing standards with current best practices and policies
Competently take the C)SWAE exam

Pre-Requisites

24 months experience in software technologies and security
Sound knowledge of networking
At least one coding language Linux understanding
Open shell

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)SWAE
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 3
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Virtual – Excel 365 Level 3
2026-03-17 09:00 - 17:00
03/17/2026 from 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Simple Description: Master Excel 365 with advanced formulas, macros, and collaboration tools.
Great For: Advanced Excel users, analysts, professionals automating or sharing data.
Full description: In this course, you will cover how to create and work with Macros and VBA Programming, as well as how to add Form Controls and assign a Macro to a Form Control. You will learn about formula auditing, and will learn about common errors, how to correct them, and how to use the Watch Window to see changes in formulas. You will also work with creating and modifying hyperlinks, getting data from the internet, as well as saving workbooks, worksheets, charts, and ranges as web pages. You will create custom styles and learn how to use advanced conditional formatting. Finally, you will learn how to create and use a shared workbook, including how to protect, consolidate, and resolve editing conflicts in a shared workbook.
Prerequesites:
To ensure success, students can take the following courses, or should possess the equivalent skill level:
Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1
Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 2
Course price: $299

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Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (ENARSI) v1.0
2026-03-16 10:00 - 2026-03-20 18:00
Description
The Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (ENARSI) v1.0 gives you the knowledge you need to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot an enterprise network. This course covers advanced routing and infrastructure technologies, expanding on the topics covered in the Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) v1.0 course.
This course helps prepare you to take the exam, Implementing Cisco® Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (300-410 ENARSI), which leads to the new CCNP® Enterprise and Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation certifications.

Objectives
After taking this course, you should be able to:

Configure classic Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP) and named EIGRP for IPv4 and IPv6
Optimize classic EIGRP and named EIGRP for IPv4 and IPv6
Troubleshoot classic EIGRP and named EIGRP for IPv4 and IPv6
Configure Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)v2 and OSPFv3 in IPv4 and IPv6 environments
Optimize OSPFv2 and OSPFv3 behavior
Troubleshoot OSPFv2 for IPv4 and OSPFv3 for IPv4 and IPv6
Implement route redistribution using filtering mechanisms
Troubleshoot redistribution
Implement path control using Policy-Based Routing (PBR) and IP service level agreement (SLA)
Configure Multiprotocol-Border Gateway Protocol (MP-BGP) in IPv4 and IPv6 environments
Optimize MP-BGP in IPv4 and IPv6 environments
Troubleshoot MP-BGP for IPv4 and IPv6
Describe the features of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)
Describe the major architectural components of an MPLS VPN
Identify the routing and packet forwarding functionalities for MPLS VPNs
Explain how packets are forwarded in an MPLS VPN environment
Implement Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS®) Dynamic Multipoint VPNs (DMVPNs)
Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Describe the tools available to secure the IPV6 first hop
Troubleshoot Cisco router security features
Troubleshoot infrastructure security and services

Pre-Requisites
Before taking this course, you should have: General understanding of network fundamentals Basic knowledge of how to implement LANs General understanding of how to manage network devices General understanding of how to secure network devices Basic knowledge of network automation These Cisco courses are recommended to help you meet these prerequisites: Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) v1.0 Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 1 (ICND1) v3.0 Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 2 (ICND2) v3.0.

Course Details
Brand: Cisco
Exam: 300-410 ENARSI
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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Implementing Cisco Collaboration Applications (CLICA)
2026-03-16 10:00 - 2026-03-20 18:00
Description
Implementing Cisco Collaboration Applications (CLICA) v1.0 is a 5-day course which provides students with the knowledge and skills to streamline communication protocol, strengthen compliance measures, and enhance their communication systems and devices with knowledge about Single Sign-On (SSO), Cisco® Unified IM & Presence, Cisco Unity® Connection and Cisco Unity Express, and Application clients. Through a combination of lessons and hands-on training, you acquire the skills to maximize the agility of robust management systems.

Pre-Requisites

Basic understanding of networking technologies
Basic understanding of voice and video
Cisco Unified Communications Manager experience including single site dial plan, single Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) gateway, and Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunks.

Course Details
Brand: Cisco
Exam: CLICA
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: Security+
2026-03-16 09:00 - 2026-03-20 17:00
Description
If you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-701) certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of IT security. Today’s job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your cybersecurity skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any entry-level security role.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Summarize fundamental security concepts.
Compare threat types.
Explain appropriate cryptographic solutions.
Implement identity and access management.
Secure enterprise network architecture.
Secure cloud network architecture.
Explain resiliency and site security concepts.
Explain vulnerability management.
Evaluate network security capabilities.
Assess endpoint security capabilities.
Enhance application security capabilities.
Explain incident response and monitoring concepts.
Analyze indicators of malicious activity
Summarize security governance concepts.
Explain risk management processes.
Summarize data protection and compliance concepts

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success in this course, you should have a minimum of two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security, hands-on experience with technical information security, and a broad knowledge of security concepts. CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+, or the equivalent knowledge, is strongly recommended.

Virtual - CompTIA: Security+

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04/13/2026 - 04/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

06/22/2026 - 06/26/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

07/20/2026 - 07/24/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

09/14/2026 - 09/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Course Details
Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA Security+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: Project+
2026-03-16 09:00 - 2026-03-20 17:00
Description
Project+ Certification prepares students for the current CompTIA Project+ Certification exam. It covers the full range of skills ad concepts students need to know to plan and implement projects. The project initiation and planning process is covered in-depth, culminating in the creation of a project schedule. Learning how to manage business concerns such as cost and risk is balanced by thorough coverage of best practices in managing people and resources. Students will also learn how to manage change and the steps necessary in closing a project.

Pre-Requisites
Project Management Essentials

Course Details
Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA Project+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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Implementing Secure Solutions with Virtual Private Networks (SVPN)
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-20
Description
Implementing Secure Solutions with Virtual Private Networks (SVPN) is a 5-day course which teaches students how to implement, configure, monitor, and support enterprise Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions. Through a combination of lessons and hands-on experiences students will acquire the knowledge and skills to deploy and troubleshoot traditional Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN), FlexVPN, and remote access VPN to create secure and encrypted data, remote accessibility, and increased privacy.

Pre-Requisites

Familiarity with the various Cisco router and firewall command modes
Experience navigating and managing Cisco routers and firewalls
Clear understanding of the benefits of site-to-site and Remote Access VPN options

Course Details
Brand: Cisco
Exam: SVPN
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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March 2026 - FY26 Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2026-03-13 11:30 - 13:00 | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
REGISTER FOR MARCH 2026 GSC HERE!

March 2026 GSC:

Program: Round Table Discussion
Presenter: GSC Committee
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

For more information on the BWC Safety Council rebate eligibility requirements, please click here.
Safety is Priority One!
To learn more about the Geauga Safety Council, click here, call us at 440-564-1060 or email safetycouncil@geaugagrowth.com.
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Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

MS-900T01: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
2026-03-13 09:00 - 17:00
Description
This course provides foundational knowledge on the considerations and benefits of adopting cloud services and the Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model, with a specific focus on Microsoft 365 cloud service offerings. You will begin by learning about cloud fundamentals, including an overview of cloud computing and specifically Microsoft cloud services. You will be introduced to Microsoft Azure, and you will examine the differences between Microsoft 365 and Office 365. You will then perform an in-depth review of Microsoft 365, including a comparison of Microsoft on-premises services versus Microsoft 365 cloud services, a review of enterprise mobility in Microsoft 365, and an analysis of how Microsoft 365 services provide collaboration. The course then analyzes how security, compliance, privacy, and trust are handled in Microsoft 365, and it concludes with a review of Microsoft 365 subscriptions, licenses, billing, and support.

Pre-Requisites
This course is designed for IT Professionals who aspire to deploy and manage cloud services in their organization. Students should have the following background:

General IT knowledge or any general experience working in an IT environment
General (sales level) experience on corresponding Microsoft on-premises products, such as Exchange Server, SharePoint, Office Professional, AD RMS and others
Experience addressing business/legal/security requirements for IT

Course Details
Brand: Microsoft
Exam: MS-900: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
CEU Credits: 0.7
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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Virtual – Excel 365 Level 2
2026-03-11 09:00 - 17:00
03/11/2026 @ 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Simple Description: Take Excel 365 to the next level with multiple worksheets, charts, and advanced formatting.
Great For: Intermediate Excel users, business professionals managing complex data.
Full description: In this course, you will cover how to work with large worksheets in Microsoft Excel 365, and use multiple worksheets and workbooks efficiently. You will sort and filter data, use conditional formatting, and create and format tables and charts. You will learn how to protect worksheets and files, as well as referring to data in other workbooks through 3D formulas. Finally, you will create names, customize a template, and work with comments and graphics.
Prerequesites:
To ensure success, students should have completed Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 or have the equivalent knowledge and experience.
Course price: $289

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Excel 365 Level 2 | 02/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 2 | 03/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 2 | 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

AZ-900T00 - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
2026-03-10 09:00 - 17:00
Description
This course will provide foundational level knowledge of cloud services and how those services are provided with Microsoft Azure. The course can be taken as an optional first step in learning about cloud services and Microsoft Azure, before taking further Microsoft Azure or Microsoft cloud services courses.
The course will cover general cloud computing concepts as well as general cloud computing models and services such as Public, Private and Hybrid cloud and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS).
It will also cover some core Azure services and solutions, as well as key Azure pillar services concerning security, privacy, compliance and trust. It will finally cover pricing and support services available with Azure.

Course Details
Brand: Microsoft
Exam: AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
CEU Credits: 0.7
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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Virtual – Excel 365 Level 1
2026-03-10 09:00 - 17:00
03/10/2026 from 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Simple Description: Build your Excel 365 foundation with shortcuts, formulas, and quick tools.
Great For: Beginners, professionals needing a refresher, office staff.
Full description: The Computer Workshop writes their own curriculum for Excel, making it easy to customize a class specific to your needs. Many think they are past the basics, but our course has many valuable shortcuts and quick data entry methods built in to give you a good foundation. Even if you have used Excel for a number of years, it is worth taking the Level 1 class. This course will make ordinary tasks much easier for you to accomplish in much less time.
Course price: $279

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Excel 365 Level 1 | 03/10/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/25/2026 - 05/02/2026| 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Excel 365 Level 1 | 04/29/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)
2026-03-09 10:00 - 2026-03-13 18:00
Description
In this course, Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR), students will master the skills and technologies needed to implement core Cisco security solutions to provide advanced threat protection against cybersecurity attacks. Students will learn security for networks, cloud and content, endpoint protection, secure network access, visibility and enforcements. They will get extensive hands-on experience deploying Cisco Firepower Next-Generation Firewall and Cisco ASA Firewall; configuring access control policies, mail policies, and 802.1X Authentication; and more. Students will also get introductory practice on Cisco Stealthwatch Enterprise and Cisco Stealthwatch Cloud threat detection features.

Course Details
Brand: Cisco
Exam: SCOR
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5

Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI)
2026-03-09 10:00 - 2026-03-12 18:00
Description
The Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (DCACI) course will show you how to deploy and manage the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI) mode. The course gives you the knowledge and skills to configure and manage Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches in ACI mode, how to connect the Cisco ACI fabric to external networks and services, and fundamentals of Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) integration. You will gain hands-on practice implementing key capabilities such as fabric discovery, policies, connectivity, VMM integration, and more.

Course Details
Brand: Cisco
Exam: DCACI
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4

CompTIA: PenTest+
2026-03-09 09:00 - 2026-03-13 17:00
Description
PenTest+ assesses the most up-to-date penetration testing, and vulnerability assessment and management skills necessary to determine the resiliency of the network against attacks.

Pre-Requisites
CompTIA: Security+ or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Course Details
Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA PenTest+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
Course PDF

C)CSO: Certified Cloud Security Officer
2026-03-09 09:00 - 2026-03-13 17:00
Description
This course will provide you something you will not find in other class! The Cloud is being widely adopted today for a diverse set of reasons. However, many are finding that security in the cloud is a huge challenge. The C)CSO looks to fill the gap in cloud security education and give you the skills you need to develop strong cloud security.
What makes this course powerful is the pairing of knowledge from leading cloud security authorities, with practical lab exercises. You will leave the course with a solid understanding of the cloud stack having been introduced to many technologies used in the cloud. Whether you are implementing private cloud architecture or managing solutions from various vendors, this course is for you.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Understand Cloud security from a real-world viewpoint
Comprehend the industry security standards
Be prepared to take the C)CSO exam

Pre-Requisites

12 months experience with virtualization technology or equivalent knowledge.
General understanding of cloud architectures
Minimum 12 months experience with general security

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)CSO
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
Course PDF

AZ-305T00: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
2026-03-09 09:00 - 2026-03-12 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover governance, compute, application architecture, storage, data integration, authentication, networks, business continuity, and migrations. The course combines lecture with case studies to demonstrate basic architect design principles.

Objectives

Design a governance solution.
Design a compute solution.
Design an application architecture.
Design storage, non-relational and relational.
Design data integration solutions.
Design authentication, authorization, and identity solutions.
Design network solutions.
Design backup and disaster recovery solutions.
Design monitoring solutions.
Design migration solutions.

Pre-Requisites
Before attending this course, students must have previous experience deploying or administering Azure resources and strong conceptual knowledge of:

Azure Active Directory
Azure compute technologies such as VMs, containers and serverless solutions
Azure virtual networking to include load balancers
Azure Storage technologies (unstructured and databases)
General application design concepts such as messaging and high availability

Prerequisite courses (or equivalent knowledge and hands-on experience): This free online training will give you the experience you need to be successful in this course.

AZ-104T00: Microsoft Azure Administrator

Course Details
Brand: Microsoft
Exam: Exam AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
CEU Credits: 2.8
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4
Course PDF

Virtual – Excel 365 Formulas
2026-03-09 09:00 - 2026-03-10 16:00
03/09/2026 – 03/10/2026 from 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Simple Description: Master Excel formulas to calculate, troubleshoot, and automate your work.
Great For: Business analysts, finance professionals, advanced Excel users.
Full description: In this course, you will cover the different ways to enter formulas and functions in Excel, as well as how to use functions in formulas, including nested functions. You will use the Function Wizard and work with a variety of functions such as logical, statistical, date/time, and financial. You will learn about formula auditing and common errors, and how to correct them. You will also cover using the Watch Window to see changes in formulas, and will learn about using the Trace Dependents and Precedents features.
Prerequesites:
Excel Level 2
Course price: $598

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Excel 2019 Pivot Tables | 04/24/2026| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Excel 365 Formulas | 04/29/2026 - 04/30/2026| 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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This course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred
Registration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

Geauga Economic Leadership Breakfast (G.E.L.) - March 2026
2026-03-06 08:00 - 09:30 | KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton, OH, 44021, United States
Join us for the March Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast on Friday, March 6, 2026, co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. This monthly breakfast series brings together local business, nonprofit, and community leaders to network, learn, and collaborate while fostering awareness of the people, services, and opportunities shaping our region.
Co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. These events are an opportunity to bring business and industry leaders together with our community to network, learn, and collaborate. Each event is intended to foster a heightened awareness of business, industry, and public services present in Geauga County and to facilitate networking among the members of those sectors. Anyone working or living in Geauga County will benefit from learning more about our local employers and services.
Spend time networking before the program. A Continental Breakfast, coffee and water are provided.
8:00 am – Breakfast & Networking
8:30 am – 9:30 am – Program
This FREE event is hosted right inside the main doors of KSU Geauga, facing Claridon-Troy Road.

Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.

C)VA: Vulnerability Assessor
2026-03-04 09:00 - 2026-03-06 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover the tools an IT engineer needs to review an Information System. You will learn the importance of vulnerability assessments and how they are used to prevent serious cyber break-ins. Lessons include understanding malware and viruses and how they can infiltrate an organization’s network. After you take this course, you will be able to assess a company’s security posture and perform a basic vulnerability test. Plus, you will be able to generate reports to guide new security implementation.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Competently take the C)VA exam

Pre-Requisites

Basic Networking Understanding

Course Details
Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)VA
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
Course PDF

HR Roundtable - Toolkit for Improving Performance
2026-03-04 08:30 - 09:30 | Geauga Growth Partnership office, 12373 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, OH, 44065, United States
Join us for A Practical Toolkit for Improving Performance, an actionable session designed to help you remove the barriers to your business performance, from the inside out. You will learn a simple, practical approach to strengthening performance across your organization, rooted in real work outputs rather than guesswork.
Featured speakers from Radcom Services
Ginny Haas
Integrator and Director of Sales and Marketing
Ginny brings more than 25 years of sales and operations experience and has been a key leader at Radcom since 2006. She helps align teams and strategies to meet company goals and build strong client relationships.

Elena Gonzalez
Director of Talent Develoment Operations
Elena leads learning and development initiatives that improve employee performance and help organizations meet business goals. She brings over 20 years of experience in instructional design, training, and performance improvement.

Let’s Talk!

The HR Roundtable is a collaborative professional group focused on addressing workplace challenges through shared ideas, peer learning, and innovative thinking. Facilitated in partnership with Ginny Haas and Elena Gonzalez of Radcom Services, the Roundtable provides participants with the opportunity to learn and refresh best practices, hear from subject matter experts, build a strong network of peer support, and engage in meaningful discussions around current insights and issues impacting their industry, organization, or professional community.
Event Costs:
Free for GGP Members
$15 per person for Nonmembers
A current GGP Member list can be found here: https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/
Questions? Email info@geaugagrowth.com or call 440-564-1060
Looking forward to connecting with you!
The GGP Team
Please contact the GGP office to register for this event.
Office: 440-564-1060
Email: info@geaugagrowth.com
Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees, members, guests of members, attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.
Anyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.
